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adhesion
Is the tendency of dissimilar particles and/or surfaces to cling to one another (cohesion refers to the tendency of similar or identical particles/surfaces to cling to one another). The forces that cause adhesion and cohesion can be divided into several types. The intermolecular forces responsible for the function of various kinds of stickers and s [..]
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adhesive bleed
Adhesive oozing from the edge of the laminate or label
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biodegradable
A material or composite such that, when left alone, breaks down and is absorbed into the eco-system without compromising it. As a result, if a biodegradable product ends up in a landfill it will lack the environment required to biodegrade the product in a timely manner.
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bit-mapped image
Type of graphics from paint programmes formed by fixed array of dots that is not conveniently ‘scalable’. Enlargement will typically produce a jagged appearance.
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bleed
Adhesive oozing from the edge of a web, sheet or label, usually under excessive heat or pressure
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bubble free adhesive
special adhesives with adhesive free channels that allow air to escape from under the film during application. They help to decrease labour time and ensure a bubble free appearance to applied graphics. They are easier for less skilled applicators to apply on flat surfaces but still require skilled application techniques for more complex application [..]
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butt cut
Cutting into the surface of the laminate in the desired configuration for the labels but not allowing for any waste between one label and the next.
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cad cam
Computer aided design and manufacture (with numerical control)
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calendered films
Calendered films are top sheets that are produced by the calendaring method. PVC ingredients are mixed using temperature into a dough like lump and then pass through a series of rollers to achieve the desired thickness. The adhesive and backing paper is then added.
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calibration
Setting equipment to a standard measure in order to produce reliable and repeatable results.
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